baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2369248-A (GB)
Title: Radar and optical corner reflector array for road users
Inventor: HARRIS GARETH LIAM
IPC: H01Q15/18
Filed: 2001-02-19
Abstract: A radar reflector with an array of corner reflectors arranged in a plane. Also a combined radar and optical reflector having at least one corner reflector which has internal surfaces reflective to light. The reflector is suitable for mounting on a vehicle, animal, person, bicycle or wheelchair. The corner reflectors may be pyramidal and contiguous in the array. The reflector may be formed from a metal sheet, a metallic moulding, a substrate with a reflective coating or by metal vapour deposition on a shaped former. The reflector may have a separate protective covering of radar and/or optically transparent material, which may be coloured red, yellow, amber or orange. The device has application to automotive navigation systems when used by road users with an inherently low radar cross section.
Patent GB-2360249-A (GB)
Title: Publication format of duplex book with two front covers
Inventor: COWLEY DAVID STEWART
IPC: B42D1/00
Filed: 2001-03-16
Abstract: A duplex book 10 comprising first and second front covers 12 and 14 with a common rear cover 16 located between the front covers. First and second sets of pages 18, 20 may be provided respectively between the first front cover 12 and one side of the rear cover 16, and the second front cover 14 and the opposite side of the rear cover 16. Alternatively storage recesses (Fig 5, 64) may be provided between one of the front covers 12, 14 and rear cover 16. The duplex book is particularly suited for use with children's books and the recesses may contain paint brushes (Fig 5, 66), a pencil (Fig 5, 74) or eraser (Fig 5, 70) to decorate the first set of pages 18.
Patent GB-2362004-A (GB)
Title: Data object matching using a classification index
Inventor: SMITH GLENN COURTNEY
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2001-04-18
Abstract: A method of data object generation and matching using a classification index with a plurality of categories, each category containing one or more user-selectable attributes comprising pre-storing data objects of a first type, each data object storing one or more attributes of one or more categories, displaying the categories to a user for attribute selection, comparing the selected attributes with those stored in data objects of the first type, the comparison resulting in a match if at least a predetermined threshold number of selected attributes are matched to the stored attributes of the data object. The method may be applied to a job database for matching job seekers (employees) to job providers (employers). A job seeker selects attributes for various categories relating to the desired job. A database is then searched to find matching jobs, the job record matching if it contains at least the threshold number of attributes. The method may present the seeker with a test, whose results are sent to the job provider. The system may be implemented on the Internet, using web pages.
Patent GB-2370480-A (GB)
Title: Sound image localization
Inventor: SEKINE SATOSHI
IPC: G10K15/12
Filed: 2001-07-20
Abstract: A plurality of filter units (151 - 158) are provided in corresponding relation to a plurality of predetermined directions, and each of the filter units processes an input tone signal with predetermined transfer characteristics peculiar to the predetermined direction corresponding thereto. Each of the filter units processes the tone signal with transfer characteristics for simulating transfer of a sound from the corresponding predetermined direction to left and right ears of a human listener, and thereby outputs processed tone signals corresponding to the left and right ears. Sound image localization is therefore achieved by synthesis of sound components arriving from a plurality of different predetermined directions. Variation of the sound image localization can be controlled by controlling respective levels of input signals to the individual filter units (151 - 158). Direct sound signals (PTO) and reflected sound signals (FTO) delayed behind the direct sound signals are input to the individual filter units after having been subjected to respective level control in gain multipliers (121, 131), so that completely-stereophonic sound image localization is accomplished by a combination of the direct sound signals and reflected sound signals. The sound image may be localised in response to the output of a compass and photo-electric sensors incorporated in headphones.
Patent GB-2362513-A (GB)
Title: Discrete component in-mold mounting
Inventor: VAN VOOREN GREGORY
IPC: H05K7/12
Filed: 2000-02-04
Abstract: A leadless circuit element holder includes opposing flanges which can be bent downwardly for bending the flanges into hands (4, 6) and fingers (5, 7) for holding a leadless circuit element (2) within a plastic mold (14). The holder includes an insert displacement connection via grooves (38) integral to a frame (10) for allowing the leadless circuit element (2) to be included in a circuit. Further, the assembly is insert molded in plastic (14).
Patent GB-2380520-A (GB)
Title: Stroller with a string actuating unit
Inventor: LAN RAD
IPC: B62B9/08
Filed: 2001-09-25
Abstract: A foldable stroller [figure 1] comprises a pivot joint 2 which connects a stationary frame member 14 to a movable frame member 32, and which allows an actuating string 42 to pass through the pivot joint 2 to connect an actuating unit [41, figure 5] mounted on the movable member 32 to an actuated unit [13, figure 1] mounted on a member connected to the stationary member 14, wherein the actuating string 42 passes through the movable frame member 32, through an opening 229 in the end of a tubular part 222 attached to a pivot seat member 22, through a slot 216 formed in a stationary seat member 21 coaxially coupled to the pivot seat member 22, through a receiving space 223 defined between the two seat members 21,22, through an opening 219 in an end of a tubular part 212 attached to the stationary seat member 21, through the tubular part 21 and into and through the stationary frame member 14. Preferably the actuating unit is a brake lever and the actuated unit is a brake unit mounted on one of the front or rear legs of the stroller frame.
Patent GB-2368306-A (GB)
Title: Method of making silencers
Inventor: GAULT ANTHONY JOHN
IPC: B21D39/02
Filed: 2001-09-28
Abstract: A method for forming a crimped joint between opposing overlapping portions (6,7) of the tubular body member (1) and end caps (2) to be secured thereto, which method comprises applying folding forces to the overlapping portions so as to form the crimped joint, characterised in that the folding forces are applied by a plurality of formers located circumferentially around the terminal portion of the tubular body member and urged without significant rolling action against the overlapping portions (6,7). The joint may be used to join end faces to silencer tubular members in vehicles exhausts.
Patent GB-2369165-A (GB)
Title: Automatic transmission hydraulic actuation system having an isolating valve which prevents leaks
Inventor: HARRIES DAVID ANTHONY
IPC: B60W30/18
Filed: 2001-11-15
Abstract: A hydraulic actuation system for an automated transmission system having an active clutch which is engaged via a hydraulic clutch actuator 22 operated under pressure from the system. A main control valve 120 which selectively connects the clutch actuator 22 and gear engagement actuators 114, 115 to an accumulator 275 or to a reservoir 278 and an isolation valve 300 for isolating the gear engagement actuators from the main control valve 120 when the clutch actuator 22 is connected to the accumulator 275, thereby preventing leakage when the clutch is engaged. When the clutch actuator 22 is connected to the accumulator 275 the clutch is engaged and when connected to the reservoir 278 the clutch is disengaged. Two hydraulic systems may be connected in parallel (see fig 10) to control the clutcs (350, 360) of a twin clutch transmission system, allowing the system to be operated in a restricted emergency mode, using only one clutch.
Patent GB-2376243-A (GB)
Title: A Semiconductor Device and the Methods Used in Production of the Same
Inventor: JUNG WOO-CHAN
IPC: C23C16/56
Filed: 2002-04-12
Abstract: A semiconductor device and the methods used in production, particularly the insulating layer comprising creating a process atmosphere in a chamber for forming a fluidal insulating layer by: flowing an oxidising gas at an oxidising gas flow rate for forming an oxidising atmosphere, flowing a first carrier gas at a first carrier gas flow rate and flowing a second carrier gas at a second carrier gas flow rate, the second carrier gas flow rate being greater then the first carrier gas flow rate, forming the fluidal insulating layer on a substrate positioned in the chamber by flowing the oxidising gas at the oxidising gas flow rate, flowing the first carrier gas at the first carrier gas flow rate while carrying a first impurity including boron flowing at a first impurity flow rate, flowing the second carrier gas at the second carrier gas flow rate while carrying a second impurity including phosphorous flowing at a second impurity flow rate, the second carrier gas flow rate being greater than the first carrier gas flow rate, and flowing a silicon source material at a silicon source flow rate.
Patent GB-2381609-A (GB)
Title: Controlling signal timing in processor systems to reduce power consumption
Inventor: BOIREAU OLIVIER PATRICK
IPC: G06F1/32
Filed: 2002-06-20
Abstract: A method for controlling a timing of signals in a processor-based system includes the steps of scheduling of one or more tasks for a processor to perform; and determining whether the scheduled one or more tasks were performed by the processor at a scheduled time. A signal timing of the processor-based system is adjusted in response to the step of determining. A load monitor and battery powered device are also described. In this manner, a signal timing, for example clock rates, used in the processor-based system are adjusted based on the processor load, to maximise processor performance for a minimum power consumption.
Patent GB-2390211-A (GB)
Title: Ticket and authentication data stored on portable handset
Inventor: STANFORD CHRISTOPHER JOHN
IPC: G07B15/00
Filed: 2002-06-29
Abstract: A portable handset, such as a mobile phone 3, PDA or pager, is used to store both ticket information, representing a ticket purchased from a ticket provider, and authentication information so that authentication of the ticket at the point of use does not involve communication with the ticket provider. The ticket information can be stored on a SIM card together with authentication security software. Authentication may involve an authentication string or graphics displayed on a screen and recognised by the software held by a ticket inspector. The ticket may be bought from the Internet using WAP software and paid for by credit card or funds stored in an e-purse in the handset.
Patent GB-2391312-A (GB)
Title: Underwater detection of a decomposing life form
Inventor: CHILTON JOHN PATRICK
IPC: G01N33/18
Filed: 2002-07-30
Abstract: A decomposing life form , typically a carcass, located underwater is detected using an underwater vehicle unit with a sensor(s)/detector(s) mounted thereon for sensing chemical compounds e.g. CH4 or H2S discharged by the carcass. Output from the sensor(s)/detector(s) is transferred via an information link to a control unit located on the vehicle or remotely. The sensor(s)/detector(s) may be on a manned submersible or a remotely operated vehicle. Utility may be in underwater searches for a body.
Patent GB-2380077-A (GB)
Title: Dynamic control of digital receiver reference voltage
Inventor: MARSHALL DAVID
IPC: H03K5/08
Filed: 2002-07-29
Abstract: The reference voltage applied to a digital receiver is moved towards the voltage level of the last received bit so that switching delay is reduced when the input signal changes from that bit value. The noise margin immediately after a transition is also higher. The movement of the reference occurs gradually over approximately half a bit-time. When the output changes, an up-down saturating counter (306, figure 3) sequences the selection by a multiplexer of analogue reference voltages in order to move the reference voltage towards a steady-state potential appropriate for the last-received bit value. When the sequence is complete, the reference voltage is maintained until the receiver output changes.
Patent GB-2394666-A (GB)
Title: A tendon and ligament support for a horse's fetlocks
Inventor: DALY ANDREW SEAN GORDON
IPC: A01K13/00
Filed: 2002-10-30
Abstract: A tendon and ligament support 1 for a horse comprising two collars embracing the cannon 2 and pastern bones 3 and a non-rigid connection 4 between the collars incorporating a pivot 5 to exert resistance over fetlock joint rotation. The support has composite panels for protection and a shock absorbing foam lining. Ventilation is provided by air intakes in the front panel, linked by connecting channels for coolant air or fluid to escape via a gas permeable panel at the rear. Preferably the resistance to joint movement is variable, and may be constant, progressively increased or limited. The connection between the collars 4 may be in the form of an artificial tensile tendon of compressible material, a piston, or a plurality of tensile straps anchored to a central ring. Either collar may include a rigid support.
Patent GB-2378948-A (GB)
Title: Novel compounds for modulating cell proliferation
Inventor: ROIFMAN CHAIM M
IPC: A61K31/40
Filed: 2001-04-12
Abstract: Novel styrylacrylonitrile compounds which are useful in treating a variety of cell proliferative disorders such as cancer are disclosed. The compounds are of Formula (I).
Patent GB-2386375-A (GB)
Title: Polymer electrolyte composition and uses thereof
Inventor: SASAKI SHIGERU
IPC: H01M8/10
Filed: 2003-01-14
Abstract: The present invention provides a polymer electrolyte composition excellent in radical resistance and/or proton conductivity. The polymer electrolyte composition comprises an aromatic polymer phosphonic acid derivative of formula (1): <EMI ID=1.1 HE=40 WI=134 LX=359 LY=881 TI=CF> <PC>wherein -Z- represents -SO2- or -CO-, x and y each represent 0.01 to 0.99 provided that the sum of x and y is 1, -Ar- represents a divalent aromatic group of 4 to 18 carbon atoms which may contain a hetero atom and may contain one or more substituents, n represents the average number of -P(O)(OR)(OR') substituents per unit structure of polymeric moiety containing the aromatic group and is a positive number of 8 or less, and R and R' each independently represent a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group; ```and at least one selected from the group consisting of a phosphoric acid derivative and a polymer electrolyte. The invention also comprises a membrane made from the composition, and a fuel cell incorporating the membrane. In the examples, Z is -SO2-, Ar is derived from 4,4' - biphenol and the P group is -PO3H2. The second component is either orthophosphonic acid, or a sulphonated polyarylene ether.
Patent GB-2400542-A (GB)
Title: Cleaning device
Inventor: AKERMAN DAVID
IPC: B08B5/04
Filed: 2003-02-27
Abstract: A device for cleaning vehicles which also allows a person to urinate in a car should this prove necessary is disclosed. The device comprises a first conduit connected to vacuum means for generating a suction acting in a first direction, a second conduit extending along the length of the first conduit and connected to a pump for pumping liquid along the second conduit in a second direction, and coupling means for coupling the first conduit and/or second conduit to a number of attachments such as a fabric cleaning device, a shoe cleaning device or male/female urination devices.
Patent GB-2394245-A (GB)
Title: Milling head for a marking remover
Inventor: SCURLOCK WILLIAM ROBERT
IPC: E01C23/088
Filed: 2003-10-16
Abstract: The milling head, primarily for use removing white lines etc. from roads, comprises a drum 10 that has a central axis of rotation 11 and an outer surface which includes a number of equi-angularly spaced lands that provide support surfaces extending parallel to the central axis of rotation, each of the support surfaces being formed with a row of tapped holes that extend parallel to the central axis of rotation. A plurality of cutters 14 are formed with throughbores such that they can be bolted to the drum with bolts 16 that pass through the throughbores and into the tapped holes in the drum. A plurality of spacers can be positioned between adjacent cutters and are also formed with throughbores so that they can also be bolted to the drum by bolts in the same fashion, with the cutters having a width that is either equal to the width of a spacer or a multiple of the width of a spacer. Also claimed is a marker removal that includes the milling head and which includes a filter system for cleaning air used to entrain dust and debris prior to releasing it back to the atmosphere.
Patent GB-2397712-A (GB)
Title: Transceiver with memory for failure information storage
Inventor: WOOLF KEVIN REID
IPC: H04B10/07
Filed: 2003-11-26
Abstract: A transceiver (120) includes a transmitter (122), a controller (126), and a memory (144) accessible by the controller, where the controller is configured to receive failure analysis information from the transmitter and store the failure analysis information in the memory is provided. The controller may also receive failure analysis information from an external host (110) and store it in the memory (144).
Patent GB-2412208-A (GB)
Title: Theft deterrent method and security device
Inventor: DAVIES NICHOLAS CHARLES
IPC: G09F3/03
Filed: 2004-02-10
Abstract: A security device to be attached to a retail product, wherein the device indicates the only authorised point or channel of sale and a method for deterring the theft and resale of goods, the method comprising the steps of: <SL> <LI>a Identifying a product which is likely target for theft and resale. <LI>b Identifying an appropriate distinguishing device to clearly indicate the authorised point or channel of sale. <LI>c Applying the distinguishing device to the product. </SL>
Patent GB-2396233-A (GB)
Title: System for bidding and negotiating directly between buyer and seller
Inventor: SOLOMON NEAL
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2000-11-01
Abstract: A method and system are described for automated electronic-commerce procurement of services, products or bundles. The method provides a demand-based, information-specific negotiation process. Customers can initiate bidding with selected sellers in the system in a multivariate format based on numerous factors. Detailed information on services and products is available for the customer in order to make informed petitions. The system consists of four main modules: registration, information, procurement, and transaction and post-sale processing. Procurement is initiated by a central system, and an interactive bidding negotiation between a purchaser and each of one or more sellers is carried out directly therebetween.
Patent GB-2416109-A (GB)
Title: Liquid heating vessel with alternative heat receiving surfaces
Inventor: WATERHOUSE RICHARD
IPC: A47J36/02
Filed: 2004-07-15
Abstract: A vessel, such as a kettle (10) comprising a container (12) for a liquid to be heated through the application of heat to a heat receiving surface (20) thereof, which surface (20) has a first heat receiving region (20a) and a second heat receiving region (20b), the thermal conductivity of the first heat receiving region (20a) being greater than that of the second heat receiving region (20b), wherein the heat receiving regions (20a, 20b) are arranged such that only one of said regions (20a, 20b) can be in contact with a heat application means (18) at a time. There may be more than two heat receiving regions. There may be a partition within the container partially dividing it into more than one chamber. Various differing angles of inclination between the heat receiving regions are disclosed.
Patent GB-2402901-A (GB)
Title: A method of clamping
Inventor: CHEAH SINGEE
IPC: B23K37/04
Filed: 2003-06-26
Abstract: A method of clamping two or more groups of work pieces, comprising the steps of providing a support frame member 12 and providing clamp units 14a, 14b supported by the support frame member 12. In addition said clamp units 14a, 14b are provided with a pair of clamp members. Further steps include the actuation of the clamp members by actuation means 34, 40 for clamping a first and second work piece.
Patent GB-2417788-A (GB)
Title: Emulation circuit for a low energy lamp
Inventor: HOUSMAN DAVID VERNON
IPC: H05B45/50
Filed: 2004-09-06
Abstract: An emulation circuit is disclosed for connection to a low energy lamp energised by an AC supply to emulate the current that would be drawn by a filament bulb. The circuit comprises means for sensing correct operation of the lamp, and means operative when the lamp is sensed to be operating correctly to activate an auxiliary load intermittently to draw an additional current through an auxiliary load from the AC supply only between preset phase angles of selected power supply cycles of the AC supply.
Patent GB-2406868-A (GB)
Title: Expander tool
Inventor: JOHNSTON GARY
IPC: E21B43/10
Filed: 2004-10-07
Abstract: An expander tool for use in a wellbore comprises at least one recess, an expansion assembly 300 disposed within the recess, the expansion assembly 300 comprising a piston 240 and a roller 305 mounted on a shaft 225. The roller 305 and shaft 225 are arranged at an angle relative to the longitudinal axis of the expander tool. The device may also include front 310 and back 315 bearing bodies with a helical groove cooling channel 325 disposed between them. A second smaller roller designed to rotate at a different rate to the primary roller may also be included. Also disclosed is a method for expanding a tubular assembly.
Patent GB-2406939-A (GB)
Title: Extensible framework for handling different mark-up language parsers and generators in a computing device
Inventor: KREN DAVID
IPC: G06F40/143
Filed: 2004-10-07
Abstract: A computing device programmed with an extensible framework that accepts one or more mark-up language parsers and/or generators, each implemented as plug-ins to the framework, with different plug-ins enabling different kinds of mark up languages to be handled by the device. In this way, the client is no longer tied to a single kind of parser or generator; it can operate with any different kind of parser compatible with the intermediary layer, yet it remains far simpler than prior art clients that are hard-coded to operate directly with several different kinds of parsers and generators.
Patent GB-2411913-A (GB)
Title: Columm and hinge assemblies therefor
Inventor: PUMFORD ALEXANDRA
IPC: E04H12/18
Filed: 2004-11-26
Abstract: A column has a hinge assembly comprising an upper portion 2 pivotally attached to a lower portion 1 for relative movement about a pivot axis 5, portions 1 and 2 being associated with lower and upper column portions 11 and 12 respectively, and a link 3 connected at pivot axes 6 and 7 respectively to upper and lower portions 2 and 1, the link 3 being associated with a bias means 9 which urges the upper and lower portions 2 and 1 to the upright position shown. The bias means may be a spring 9 bearing against portion 1, and surrounding a rod 8 pivotally attached at 7 to link 3, and bearing at its distal end an adjustable nut 15 bearing against disc 16 whereby the amount of bias may be adjusted.. Also described and claimed is a sleeve 4 (dotted line), fastenable by bolt 13 , which in the position shown prevents (clockwise) rotation of column 12, e.g. to a maintenance position, but when rotated 180 degrees about the column axis allows such rotation: a co-operating shield may make up, with sleeve 4, a cylinder and be lockable to prevent unauthorised access to the hinge arrangement.